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Rhode Island Holiday Contest Offers $2,500: Apply by Dec. 6
Providence, RI – Rhode Island residents who love watching Christmas movies could turn their favorite holiday pastime into a $2,500 cash prize this season as a nationwide contest searches for one holid
By Jordan Mercer · 2026-11-09T18:47:47.501Z
Providence, RI – Rhode Island residents who love watching Christmas movies could turn their favorite holiday pastime into a $2,500 cash prize this season as a nationwide contest searches for one holiday movie enthusiast.
According to CableTV.com, the company has partnered with DIRECTV to launch its annual “Chief of Cheer” holiday dream job, offering one selected winner $2,500 in cash and an additional $2,500 donation to a charity of their choice.
The opportunity is open to eligible adults nationwide, including residents of Providence and communities throughout Rhode Island.
Get Paid for 12 Days of Holiday Movies
The selected winner will complete 12 days of holiday themed viewing challenges designed to celebrate the Christmas season.
Activities may include rewatching a childhood favorite, enjoying holiday romantic comedies, watching poorly rated Christmas movies or pairing seasonal films with festive snacks.
On the twelfth day, the winner will select a charitable organization to receive a $2,500 donation from CableTV.com and DIRECTV.
For Rhode Island residents, that could mean supporting a local food pantry, animal shelter or another eligible charitable organization.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be U.S. residents older than 18, according to the promotional announcement.
Professional movie reviewing experience is not listed as a requirement.
Applications opened Wednesday, Nov. 4, and close Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Mountain time .
For Rhode Island residents, the deadline is 1:59 a.m. Eastern time Monday, Dec. 7.
The winner is expected to be announced by Wednesday, Dec. 9.
How Rhode Island Residents Can Enter
Interested applicants can review the official contest rules and submit an application at:
https://www.cabletv.com/experience/chief of cheer holiday dream job
“CableTV.com has been running Dream Jobs since 2019, and searching for the Chief of Cheer has become our favorite holiday tradition,” said Mike Strayer, the company's managing editor.
The promotion offers Rhode Island holiday movie fans a chance to enjoy seasonal entertainment while potentially supporting a charitable cause.
Only one winner will receive the $2,500 personal cash prize, while an additional $2,500 will go toward a charity selected by that winner.